This entry is for all of the purse lovers out there. Growing up, I never understood people’s love for shoes but walking towards the purse section in malls, I was and still am a kid in a candy store. A purse is what stands out to me when I’m looking at other individuals, as I go throughout my day. Never underestimate the impact that a purse has because it represents an individual in ways that go beyond the designer’s name.

My purse above best represents me at the current stage in my life for many reasons. Ever since I was little girl, I have been fascinated with big bags. Why not carry my entire life around with me every where I go? But a few years ago, a loved one bought me a small purse for Christmas and I thanked her graciously but had so much anxiety over how I was going to fit my life into such a small purse. Using the purse was not a question, how long I was able to survive with it was the real question. I am proud to say that I used that purse for over a year… and then my rocky relationship ended with this particular purse so it came time to give it away or toss it as I do when each relationship ends. I don’t hold onto my purses because they represent a space in time for me and I will not hold onto that baggage. There is no nostalgia when it comes to my purses, only the agenda of moving forward.

Now, as a twenty something year old woman, I know that all of that extra baggage was weighing me down not only physically but mentally. Ever heard of that song, “Little Things” by India Arie? Well, let’s just say that the purse that my loved one gave to me was one of the best gifts that I have ever received. It helped me see that I don’t have to carry my world on my shoulder and I will still be just as content, if not, more. So today, I carry smaller bags like the one above… adjustable straps a plus!

With the Nine West purse above, I can place my iPhone, wallet, Kindle, keys, camera, voice recorder (for interviews), all natural lip balm, all natural hand lotion, gum/cough drops, pen, and mini note pad, all without a budge! The rest of my belongings are not necessary… or are in the trunk of my car if I really do need them. I can place this spunky purse on my shoulder, heading out for a girl’s night out or place it across my body for a walk around the village in New York. This purse is the ultimate chameleon that way. Stylish, simple, comfortable, and fit for every occasion. That’s what I look for in a purse and that’s what I’ve found here. What about you? Share the bag that best represents you here and be sure to mention “Hollywood the Write Way!”

And in case you missed it, check out Challenge #1 here and Challenge #2 here!

Jane By Design premieres Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 9pm/8c on ABC Family.